Artwork
Lugger making for the mouth of a harbour
Lugger making for the mouth of a harbour is a graphite drawing by Augustus Wall Callcott. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Lugger making for the mouth of a harbour is a pencil drawing by Augustus Wall Callcott, created in 1850.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene harbor scene with a lugger approaching the entrance, surrounded by anchored ships and figures on a rocky outcrop.
Technique & Style
Callcott employed loose, rapid pencil strokes to convey a sense of movement and light, resulting in a sketchy, observational quality.
Artist & collection
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